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Raised so far: £573.10
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My story

 

For over 30 years, the Family Holiday Association has been working to provide short breaks for the most needy families in our community. The FHA help families in desperate circumstances: those dealing with disability, bereavement, poverty, mental health problems, inadequate housing, or abuse.

The chance to enjoy a break away from the stresses of daily life is something that many of us take for granted, but thousands of UK children have never had the chance to experience the joy of a holiday.

Typically, a family granted an FHA break spends a week staying in the FHAs caravans in a UK seaside town - hopefully when it's good weather!

These simple holidays can help strengthen relationships within the family and give family members a fresh perspective, providing them with the motivation to make positive changes to their lives.

"£1,000 helps the FHA send 2 families away on a holiday".

On February 24th 2008, I will be taking part in a half marathon, in Malta, in order to raise money for this worthy cause. I have just realised that there are hills in Malta - but that won't deter me.

If you would like to make a donation, however large or small, you can donate through this site. It's simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me.

Family Holiday Association will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.


Many thanks for your support.

Karine Barsam

Congratulations Superstar, knees, knees, knees! Donation by Ali Jacobs 05/03/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

well done! Donation by Anna Miller 27/02/08  

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well done you - bring on that moonwalk! Donation by claudia 26/02/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Next time, the full marathon! Donation by Jaddle 26/02/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

is malta made of maltesers? bring some back!! Donation by Tanya Freedman 19/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Go Karina Ballerina! Donation by Hee! Hee! 03/02/08  

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run karine run Donation by jax and stew 21/01/08  

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Enjoy! Donation by Tanya Kutchinsky 18/01/08  

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Good luck and enjoy it Donation by Gareth Brahams 14/01/08  

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good luck- at least it will be a bit warmer that new york! Donation by Nicole Horwitz 09/01/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous 07/01/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck KP! Donation by Antony Silverberg 07/01/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good Luck! Put your best foot forward! Donation by Nigel Brahams 07/01/08  

£13.10 + £3.69 Gift Aid

Go for it! Donation by Christian 07/01/08  

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go girl! xx Donation by lucie wernicke 06/01/08  

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good luck Donation by Richard Green 06/01/08  

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Donation by Mike Kumar 04/01/08  

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Enjoy! Donation by Jonathan Shine 04/01/08  

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I hope it goes well. Donation by R Goldwater 04/01/08  

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Donation by Kathy 14/12/07  

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